[Sponsored Post] Just one year after a devastating fire destroyed Portland's acclaimed home for all things pork, Tails & Trotters has risen from the literal ashes. They’re back in their same 24th Ave. location with a snappy remodel that offers expanded seating for the enjoyment of their newly expanded lunch menu. Featured is a full line of their incredible sandwiches and … [Read more...] about PORK PHOENIX: Specialty Pork Producer Tails & Trotters Rises From the Ashes
Accanto Restaurant Closing
The Genoa Restaurant spinoff Accanto will close October 28th.First reported by the Oregonian, Accanto, once the popular, more casual sister of the much-vaunted Genoa has announced they are closing. The restaurant which opened in 2009 never seemed to find its footing; I liked the food but tended to forget they were there. Over the years the quality of the food has varied, … [Read more...] about Accanto Restaurant Closing
Julian Calcott taking over kitchen at Beast
Chef from NYC's Cherry Point will replace outgoing Lucian Prellwitz. Just last week came the announcement that Bar West is opening in the Wildwood space with chef Lucian Prellwitz, who was chef de cuisine at Beast. Now we know who is taking his place - New Yorker Julian Calcott is the new chef de cuisine. Most recently Julian helmed the kitchen as part-owner and chef at the … [Read more...] about Julian Calcott taking over kitchen at Beast
Wildwood Space to Become Bar West
The owners of Union/Pine are taking over the Wildwood space. If you've been in Portland for a while, you'll remember Wildwood Restaurant as one of those that drove the local food scene to today's near obsession. Wildwood, originally opened by chef Cory Schreiber, quickly won praise for its innovative take on using local ingredients. Along with Higgins, Zefiro and Paley’s … [Read more...] about Wildwood Space to Become Bar West
Ray Restaurant in Portland RIP
Ray Restaurant is Now Closed.In May 2018, Jenn Louis of Ray Restaurant posted a note on Facebook saying the restaurant was for sale, and that she was going to run it until she found a buyer - After twenty-five years in this industry, and nineteen as sole proprietor of my own catering business/restaurants proudly serving the Portland community, I am ready for my next … [Read more...] about Ray Restaurant in Portland RIP